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Hugh Heugh Riach letter to Justin Perkins, 1868 April 10

Riach, Hugh Heugh, 1846-1919

Hugh H. Riach letter to Justin Perkins in which Riach writes that he now lives with his uncle, John Heugh. He shares that his stepmother (Sophia Riach) now lives in London and his grandmother and all his aunts have left Glasgow and now live in Manchester. He notes a visit from Dr. Thompson and says he is glad Perkins has pleasing recollections of his visit with them in Plymouth. Riach shares that one of Colonel Woodfall's daughters is staying with them and the rest of his family are coming. He also mentions the proposed dis-endowment of the Irish Church and the disputation it is likely to cause. In a postscript, he says he is forwarding the letter through Constantinople missionaries.

Hugh Heugh Riach letter to Justin Perkins, 1868 April 10
James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins, 1836 February 20

Riach, J. P. (James Pringle), 1797-1865

J. P. Riach letter to Justin Perkins in which Riach thanks Perkins for his letter and the American Missionary Report. He writes regarding the book and the efforts of Perkins' Society (the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions). Riach says that he fears he cannot hear from Perkins for sometime due to the Winter in Azerbijan (Azerbaijan) and notes that he finds the account of the Nestorian members of Perkins' family interesting. He provides recommendations for physicians based on his experience of medical practice in Persia. Riach shares that the Shah continues to say he will march on Herat in Spring. He also mentions Mr. Ellis, Mr. McNeill, and the status of the plague in the region.

James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins, 1836 February 20
James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins, 1839 January 2

Riach, J. P. (James Pringle), 1797-1865

J. P. Riach letter to Justin Perkins in which Riach shares the plans for members of the British party in Persia leaving, mentioning the Detachment, McNeill, Sir Henry Bethune, Major Farrant, Colonel Sheil, Saville, and Thomsen. He says he grieved at parting from Woodfall and shares the reasons for all the servants of the British Government leaving Persia, mentioning the Shah, Russia, and the Emperor. He writes of tensions between the United States and English governments as well. He writes further about the Shah and the prospects of Perkins' Mission should his own never return to Persia. He notes the proposal of some French people and an Italian Priest to establish a school.

James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins, 1839 January 2
James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins, July 22

Riach, J. P. (James Pringle), 1797-1865

J.P. Riach letter to Justin Perkins in which Riach shares the news of the death of his father and the ill-health of his only sister. He says he does not know enough about what is going on in Tehran to be able to give Perkins any facts from which he could judge the state prospects of Persia and "us" (the British) in it. He expresses how much he enjoyed his recent visit in Ooroomiah (Urmia), shares his distress about Samuel based on a letter received from India, and reminds Perkins to keep him informed about Mar Shimon and Dr. Grant. He also writes regarding Mr. Taliatine and his system of teaching. He suggests Perkins ask Taliatine to visit to see his schools. He mentions the Prince, Armenians, Perkins' two sons, multiple members of the Nestorian Mission, Mr. Southgate, and Nazir Aly Khan's "fat son." Riach notes that he delivered Mr. Stocking's cash to Mr. Nisbet.

James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins, July 22
James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins and Asahel Grant, September 22

Riach, J. P. (James Pringle), 1797-1865

J. P. Riach letter to Justin Perkins and Asahel Grant in which Riach writes that they should on not postpone setting out to meet Mar Shimon on account of Riach's non-arrival as he may not be able to go. He notes the letter with an extract to Mr. Merrick from a letter from their Elchee about the plan for proposing a school at Tehran. He mentions members of the men's family and mission, including Perkins' sons William and Henry. He writes that he sends a letter from Taliatine and writes regarding Taliatine, Malek Kassim Meerza, and their school.

James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins and Asahel Grant, September 22
James Pringle Riach letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, November 3

Riach, J. P. (James Pringle), 1797-1865

J.P. Riach letter to Justin and Charlotte Bass Perkins in which Riach writes about two loads of potatoes for Merrick and Perkins. He goes on to address Charlotte alone, responding to a letter received from her. Riach writes regarding the prayer meetings of ladies at the Mission, mentioning Mrs. Holladay, Mrs. Grant, and Mrs. Stocking. He remarks on the information that Woodfall seems impressed with serious thoughts (about Christianity) and expresses his own desire to come and visit the Perkinses again. Riach also writes about Mrs. Nisbet's (childbirth) confinement. He remarks on his own health, the health of Willie, and Mr. Stocking's school.

James Pringle Riach letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, November 3
James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins, January 30

Riach, J. P. (James Pringle), 1797-1865

J. P. Riach letter to Justin Perkins in which Riach writes that he proceeds towards Tiflis tomorrow or the next day. He says that he encloses some letters from the Persian Minister for Foreign Affairs and from Mr. McNeill. He notes that one of the writers is "perhaps the most respectable man in Persia." Riach also thanks Dr. Grant for his letter. He says that he thinks Malek Kassim Meerza should be asked for the money to purchase the expensive books. He also writes that he hopes to visit Ooroomiah (Urmia) when he returns from Georgia. The enclosures mentioned no longer accompany this letter.

James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins, January 30
James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins, January 14

Riach, J. P. (James Pringle), 1797-1865

J. P. Riach letter to Justin Perkins in which Riach writes that he encloses two notes of introduction from his friend "Hajee Aja (or Hajee Aly Askar)" to two people at Ooroomiah (Urmia). He says that Mr. Merrick's something (presumably a firman) for passing books free of duty will be given immediately but that the Ramzan (Ramadan) fasting interferes with hasteness. In a postscript he explains that since there is still no arrival from England, Mar Elias is delayed. The enclosures mentioned no longer accompany this letter.

James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins, January 14
James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins, 1836 January 2

Riach, J. P. (James Pringle), 1797-1865

J. P. Riach letter to Justin Perkins in which Riach responds to the news of the arrival of Perkins' party at Ooroomiah (Urmia). He discusses letters he has alluded to from Hajee Aya and says that Perkins should let him know if he requires letters of introduction and recommendation. He also directs Perkins' party to communicate any wishes for the Government officially to Mr. Ellis. He writes of the possibility of getting to visit them. Riach shares his thoughts regarding the Shah, prospects for elevating the Persian people "to the station among God's creations which they might hold," and the prospects of British political efforts in the country. Riach notes that Ellis applied for a firman to allow books for Mr. Merrick to come into and pass through Persia free of duty. He says Ellis talks seriously of leaving Persia.

James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins, 1836 January 2
James Pringle Riach letter to Justin and Charlotte Bass Perkins, 1837 August 20

Riach, J. P. (James Pringle), 1797-1865

J. P. Riach letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins in which Riach explains that since his return he has been busy reading and writing letters to Tehran. He mentions Southgate and Merrick and writes regarding Samuel, of whom he has low opinions. Riach goes on to discuss the combination of merchants here (in Tabriz) to prevent the sale of European goods by Europeans, mentioning Mons. Ralli. In relation to this, he says that if the Shah is off in Herat and does not return, some disaster may be the result. Riach also writes that he hears nothing about the Commercial Treaty and he has asked leave of McNeill to go to Joolamerk.

James Pringle Riach letter to Justin and Charlotte Bass Perkins, 1837 August 20
Sophia Riach letter to Justin Perkins, 1867 September 28 to 1868 January 31

Riach, Sophia

Sophia Riach letter to Justin Perkins in which Riach writes regarding a variety of topics including faith in God, her deceased husband (James Pringle Riach), her husband's son Hugh Riach, Hugh's salvation, the subscription to the building fund for the new church in Oroomiah (Urmia), Protestantism, a letter from Mrs. Perkins, the oppression of the Nestorians, her minister, her dear friend Mrs. F. (Fishbourne), and how she looks forward to Heaven. Hugh's aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. John Heugh, and Lady McNeill are mentioned. The first several pages of the letter were written at an earlier date and from a different location than the continuation of the letter on the last several pages.

Sophia Riach letter to Justin Perkins, 1867 September 28 to 1868 January 31
James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins, December 19 to 22

Riach, J. P. (James Pringle), 1797-1865

J. P. Riach letter to Justin Perkins in which Riach shares that a Goolam who arrived from Tehran this morning brings no further news than the taking of a place or thing written illegibly. He also mentions the arrival of someone young. Riach notes that he has told Grant that Perkins will detail the politics included in this letter "to the gentlemen &, if they can be trusted with such state secrets, to the ladies too." In a postscript, he requests that Perkins send Mr. Southgate's letter to Mr. Merrick and says that Dr. Grant will be able to understand how Mr. McNeill has not replied to Riach's letter about William. On December 22nd he writes a brief additional note of "no further news."

James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins, December 19 to 22
James Pringle Riach letter to Rufus Anderson, 1836 October 25

Riach, J. P. (James Pringle), 1797-1865

J. P. Riach letter to Rufus Anderson, the Secretary to the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions, in which Riach writes regarding his receipt of a Diploma constituting him a Honorary Member of the Board. He closes the letter with prayers for the success of the Society.

James Pringle Riach letter to Rufus Anderson, 1836 October 25
James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins, 1838 April 2

Riach, J. P. (James Pringle), 1797-1865

J. P. Riach letter to Justin Perkins in which Riach writes in continuation of his political report of Persia. He discusses the departures of Mr. (John) McNeill and the Russian Ambassador from Tehran to Herat. He says he thinks "we" (England) may have to show their teeth to both the Shahs and the Emperor of Russia. He also shares his opinion that they may be ordered by McNeill to leave Persia soon. Riach suggests that Perkins and his party should remain at Ooroomiah (Urmia, Iran) and seek protection from the Consul General of Russia. He says that most of the Russians there think that Russia will cajole the Shah into a quarrel with them (the British).

James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins, 1838 April 2
James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 July 22

Riach, J. P. (James Pringle), 1797-1865

J. P. Riach letter to Justin Perkins in which Riach writes regarding a variety of topics and individuals: his and his wife's wanderings until his son Hugh's occupation is settled, the return of Christ and when they will meet in Heaven, Mrs. Perkins' letter and feelings about her place and circumstances, the trial of her status on the Perkins family, Justin Perkins' letter on "the work of the Christian Church" and the oppression of the Nestorians, photographs of the Perkinses, his wife (Sophia Riach), Mr. and Mrs. Woodfall, Mrs. Heugh, the war in America and what will surely be the death blow of cursed slavery, his own health, his son's studies in Glasgow, and the proposed union of Presbyterian churches in Scotland. Mr. Heugh, Mr. Nisbet, and Sir John and Lady McNeill are also mentioned in the letter. Riach provides a stable address for him in care of Oriental Bank Corporation in London.

James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 July 22
James Pringle Riach letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1836 October 16

Riach, J. P. (James Pringle), 1797-1865

J. P. Riach letter to Justin and Charlotte Bass Perkins in which Riach explains that for the last three months he has had little time to write to anyone but their (the British) Ambassador. He says that Sir Henry Bethune and all of their party, with the exception of Captain Stoddart, returned from the Shah's camp and after resting proceeded to meet their new Elchee (John McNeill). Riach goes on to write of current affairs in Persia, noting the activities of the Shah. He also writes regarding McNeill. He says that they are to have a regular monthly communication to and from Constantinople, by which the Perkinses will benefit. Riach notes that Bethune and Mr. Todd have gone to Tabreez (Tabriz).

James Pringle Riach letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1836 October 16
James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins, March 19

Riach, J. P. (James Pringle), 1797-1865

J. P. Riach letter to Justin Perkins in which Riach writes regarding current affairs between the Persian and British governments. He says that their Elchee (John McNeill) and Majors Farrant and Todd left Tehran for Herat on the 11th. Riach expresses his surprise at this. He wonders what may happen if the Shah refuses to come back with the Elchee or make peace with Herat. He says that as a precautionary measure he thinks one of Perkins' Mission should be there (Tabriz) at the time they expect letters from McNeill. Riach also remarks on the weather Merrick must have had on his journey, expresses his faith in God, and notes that this letter is for only Perkins' party.

James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins, March 19
James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins

Riach, J. P. (James Pringle), 1797-1865

J. P. Riach letter to Justin Perkins in which Riach thanks Perkins for the note and responds to the knowledge that Perkins likes his quarters. He says that little Reed seems near the entrance of the dark valley and notes that should she die, Nisbet has resolved to offer her mother quarters in the rooms Perkins occupied. He also asks what books he lent Perkins. Riach mentions Merrick and Woodfall in the letter.

James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins
James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins, 1837 November 20 to 21

Riach, J. P. (James Pringle), 1797-1865

J. P. Riach letter to Justin Perkins in which Riach responds to information received in a letter from Perkins. He writes regarding a variety of topics, including the Nestorian Mission and its schools, the failed negotiations of Bishop Yoosaof, his own need for (religious) assistance in Tabriz, Malek Kassim Meerza's conduct and school, his own visits to Ooroomiah (Urmia), religious conversations he's had, the possibility of success or failure of the Shah at Herat, and individuals at his location and at Perkins' mission. Mentioned in the letter are Prince Bahatoff, Major Woodfall, Dr. Grant, Mrs. Grant, Mrs. Perkins, Clarendon, Mr. Holladay, Mr. Banham, Mr. Nisbet, the General, Taylor from Bagdad (Baghdad), and Colonel Wilbraham.

James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins, 1837 November 20 to 21
James Pringle Riach to Justin Perkins, 1835 December 13

Riach, J. P. (James Pringle), 1797-1865

James Pringle Riach letter to Justin Perkins in which Riach writes on a variety of topics including Perkins' move to Ooromiah (Urmia), politics, the Persian court, his perspective on the state of the country, Christianity and the Nestorian Mission, his health, and upcoming plans. He mentions multiple named individuals in the letter including members of the Persian court and government and several missionaries.

James Pringle Riach to Justin Perkins, 1835 December 13